Chiang Mai, Thailand
Yi Peng: A Sky Full of Lanterns in Chiang Mai
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Each November full moon, Chiang Mai celebrates Yi Peng and Loy Krathong together — releasing thousands of glowing paper lanterns into the sky while candlelit floats drift down the river. It's one of the most beautiful sights in Asia.
The experience
Watch the mass lantern releases, float a krathong on the Ping River, and explore the old city's temples lit up for the festival.
Good to know
Dates follow the lunar calendar, so confirm the year's exact nights. Book a slot at an official release early, and use only biodegradable krathongs to protect the river.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 — Chiang Mai
The old walled city
- Wat Phra Singh Woramahawihan
- Tha Phae Gate
- Chiang Mai Walking Street
- Boutique Resort, Chiang Mai
- Delhi (DEL) → Chiang Mai (CNX)
💡 Yi Peng (sky lanterns) overlaps with Loy Krathong (river floats) — the sky and the water both fill with light. Buy biodegradable krathongs only.
Day 2 — Chiang Mai
Temples in the hills
- Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
- Wat Chedi Luang
- Wat Umong Suan Putthatham
- Boutique Resort, Chiang Mai
Day 3 — Chiang Mai
The lantern release
- Chiang Mai
- Nawarat Bridge
- Boutique Resort, Chiang Mai
Lantern night
- • A booked slot at an official mass release
- • Light modest clothing for temples
- • A lighter for your lantern
- • A camera on a low shutter speed
- • Cash for krathongs & street food
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